The German shepherd dog is a herding breed known for its courage, loyalty, and guarding instincts. (2/15) by Judy Powell September 13, 2020, 7:00 am Judy Powell 0 Previous 2/15 Next View full list See more Previous article Getting a Rottweiler is a big commitment. Eleven years is an average lifespan for dogs of this size and if you’re going to have a dog for a decade or more, you need to make sure that the animal is a good fit for you and your family. Next article For decades, apocryphal stories were floating around that the Golden Retriever was descended from Russian circus dogs. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.